Private Guided City Tour to New Orleans

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Experience New Orleans like a true local aboard a private luxury vehicle with Jazzy Limousine & Shuttle. This customizable 3-hour tour takes you beyond the French Quarter to uncover hidden gems and rich history. Your chauffeur-guide navigates a curated route through the city: French Quarter and Jackson Square, the Garden District mansions along St. Charles Avenue, historic Treme, a stop at St. Louis Cemetery #3, Bayou St. John, and beignets at Cafe Du Monde in City Park. Choose a private SUV (up to 6) or Mercedes Sprinter (up to 14). Tailor the route to your group — add Magazine Street shopping, photos along the Mississippi, or extra neighborhood stops. Cover more ground than any walking tour with insider stories only a native can share.

What's Included

  • Completely Customizable Tour
  • Location pickup and drop-off at your convenience
  • Private SUV or Sprinter van
  • Gratuity
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Pickup Points: All hotels addresses, short-term rentals, cruise terminals, and Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY). Please choose your pickup location or enter it manually at checkout.Pickup Instructions: For airport arrivals, your chauffeur will be waiting inside the terminal, holding a sign with your name directly in front of the ground floor escalators near baggage claim. If for any reason parking is full, you will be contacted and given alternate instructions on where to meet and load. Chauffeurs are scheduled based on your flight’s arrival time and allow up to 45 minutes for luggage retrieval on domestic flights. → As long as all passengers are on the same flight, we have never left clients behind.

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French Quarter

Explore the heart of New Orleans in the French Quarter, where the city was founded. Guests will see Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Ursuline Convent while learning about French and Spanish colonial influence. Pass by the legendary Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop and Congo Square, the birthplace of jazz and African cultural traditions. This portion also includes a drive-by of St. Louis Cemetery #1, home of the famed Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau, with insights into above-ground burial practices and local legends.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Frenchmen Street

Explore the vibrant Marigny neighborhood and Frenchmen Street, known as the live music capital of New Orleans. Guests will see where locals go for authentic jazz, nightlife, and art markets. This section highlights the modern cultural scene and contrasts with the historic French Quarter.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Treme

Drive through Tremé, one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in the United States and a cornerstone of New Orleans culture. Pass Louis Armstrong Park and hear the story of how this neighborhood shaped jazz, brass band traditions, and civil rights history. This area offers a deeper look into the authentic cultural identity of the city beyond the tourist districts.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arts District / Warehouse District

Travel through the Warehouse and Arts District, a revitalized area blending historic industrial buildings with modern galleries, museums, and business hubs. See Gallier Hall, St. Patrick’s Church, and Lafayette Square while learning about New Orleans’ American expansion, Irish immigrant influence, and transformation into a thriving cultural and commercial district.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

Visit St. Louis Cemetery #3, one of the most picturesque and accessible cemeteries in New Orleans. Guests will have the opportunity to walk among historic above-ground tombs while learning about burial traditions, architectural styles, and cultural practices unique to the region. This stop offers a closer look at the city’s fascinating relationship with death and remembrance.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Park

Enjoy a relaxing stop in City Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country. Guests can stroll beneath centuries-old oak trees, take photos, and explore the scenic surroundings. This stop includes a visit to Café du Monde at City Park, where guests can enjoy freshly made beignets and coffee in a quieter, more relaxed setting than the French Quarter.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Pontchartrain

Take in views of Lake Pontchartrain, one of the largest inland saltwater lakes in the United States. Learn about the region’s geography, levee systems, and the environmental factors that have shaped New Orleans over time, including hurricane impacts and flood protection.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Port of New Orleans

Conclude the tour with views of the Mississippi River and the Port of New Orleans, one of the busiest ports in the country. Guests will learn how the river has driven commerce, culture, and global trade, making New Orleans one of the most important cities in American history.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided City Tour to New Orleans?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Completely Customizable Tour
  • Location pickup and drop-off at your convenience
  • Private SUV or Sprinter van
  • Licensed chauffeur/tour-guide sharing stories of NOLA’s culture and charm
  • Gratuity

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
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  • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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